Tragic Road Accident Claims Life of Government Employee in Patna on Independence Day
Patna, August 16: A tragic road accident occurred in the Supanchak area of Patna district, Bihar, claiming the life of a government employee on Independence Day. The deceased has been identified as Pramod Kumar, the son of Shatrughan Prasad Agarwal, a resident of Salimpur Ahra in the Kadamkuan area of Patna. Pramod was working as ... Read more Tragic Road Accident Claims Life of Government Employee in Patna on Independence Day
Union Minister Amit Shah visits Udaipur to unveil Atal Bihari Vajpayee statue on August 16
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Bihar's Bankipur loss prompts BJP to woo upper castes
The BJP is adjusting its Bihar strategy after a recent electoral setback. The party aims to regain support from its core upper-caste voter base. Measures include grievance redressal and financial aid for the Bharat Tiwari family. The government is considering recommendations for EWS and upper-caste students. A new portal will address student complaints regarding school facilities and examinations.
UPT20 2026: Bobby Yadav, Kartik Siddhu Script Sensational Rescue For Noida Kings
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari: Player of the Match Kartik Siddhu combined with Impact Player Bobby Yadav to orchestrate a sensational unbroken 78-run partnership, guiding the Noida Kings to a dramatic three-wicket victory over the Kanpur Superstars in Match 2 of the UP T20 League Season 4 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on Saturday. Reeling at a precarious 57/7 in pursuit of 135, the Kings appeared down and out before Yadav (44 not out off 28 balls) and Siddhu (34 not out off 21 balls) launched a stunning counter-attack to seal the win with just two deliveries to spare. Earlier in the day, Noida Kings skipper Madhav Kaushik won the toss and opted to bowl first, a decision swiftly vindicated by his bowling unit. The Kanpur Superstars' innings struggled to find momentum from the outset, as they continuously lost wickets to find themselves in deep trouble at 74/7 inside 13 overs. Left-arm spinner Shiva Singh was the chief architect of Kanpur's collapse, delivering an exceptional spell of 3/18. He was brilliantly supported by pacer Kunal Tyagi, who claimed 3/28, while Siddhu chipped in with a crucial wicket. Despite the top-order failure, Kanpur managed to post a fighting total of 134/8 in their allotted 20 overs, courtesy of a gritty rescue act by the lower-middle order. Yashovardhan Singh (28 off 21 balls) and Shubham Mishra (29 off 24 balls) absorbed the pressure and stitched together a crucial 59-run partnership off 43 deliveries to give their bowlers a total to defend. Chasing a modest target of 135, the Noida Kings' batting lineup imploded in the face of a disciplined Kanpur attack. Wickets fell at regular intervals as Kanpur's all-rounder Shubham Mishra returned to haunt the Kings with the ball. Mishra delivered a stifling spell, conceding a mere 10 runs in his four overs while claiming two wickets. He was well-supported by experienced spinner Karn Sharma (2/39) and pacer Ajay Kumar (2/31), leaving Noida staring at defeat at 57/7 in the 12th over. However, the introduction of Bobby Yadav as an Impact Player shifted the momentum entirely. Joining forces with Siddhu, Yadav initiated a calculated rebuild before accelerating in the death overs. With the pressure mounting and 37 runs required from the final 18 deliveries, the pair targeted Ajay Kumar, smashing 17 runs in the 18th over to bring the equation down to a manageable 20 off 12 balls. Kanpur's Vineet Panwar bowled a magnificent penultimate over, giving away just six runs to finish his quota with impressive figures of 1/24. This left Noida needing 14 runs from the final six deliveries. Tasked with defending the total, Shakti Verma was immediately put under severe pressure as Bobby Yadav struck back-to-back boundaries off the first two balls of the final over. With the equation reduced to four runs needed off three balls, Yadav finished the game in style, lofting a glorious boundary over extra cover to complete a memorable comeback. Following the victory, an emotional Kartik Siddhu, who was named Player of the Match for his vital 34 not out and one wicket, dedicated his match-winning heroics to his mother. I would like to dedicate this award to my mother. Tasked with defending the total, Shakti Verma was immediately put under severe pressure as Bobby Yadav struck back-to-back boundaries off the first two balls of the final over. With the equation reduced to four runs needed off three balls, Yadav finished the game in style, lofting a glorious boundary over extra cover to complete a memorable comeback. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Acknowledging the crucial tactical input from the dugout that guided their unbroken stand, Siddhu added, The support staff continuously guided us. The coach was sending plans through the 12th or 15th man, and it is great that the execution worked out. I would really like to thank our support staff and the coach for explaining the game plan to me so well. Article Source: IANS
Farmer Killed in Tiger Attack at Valmiki Reserve Sparks Outrage
Patna, August 15: A tragic incident occurred at the Valmiki Tiger Reserve (VTR) in Bihar, where a 45-year-old farmer, Vijay Haldar, lost his life due to a tiger attack on Saturday. This incident has ignited anger among local villagers, leading to traffic disruptions on the Valmikinagar-Bagaha main road. Vijay Haldar was working in his field ... Read more Farmer Killed in Tiger Attack at Valmiki Reserve Sparks Outrage
Karnataka and Bihar Shine in Junior Womens Hockey National Championship
Pune, August 15: The 16th Hockey India Junior Womens National Championship 2026 showcased thrilling matches on Saturday in Pune, featuring teams from Karnataka, Bihar, Mizoram, Assam, Gujarat, and Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. In Pool B, Hockey Karnataka achieved the days biggest victory, defeating Hockey Uttarakhand 6-1. Meanwhile, Hockey Bihar delivered a ... Read more Karnataka and Bihar Shine in Junior Womens Hockey National Championship
From War To Elections: NDTV On The Ground, 'When It Really Matters'
Some days are news. Some days become history. And when history moves, what matters is being there. From Operation Sindoor and the India-Pakistan conflict to elections in Bihar and West Bengal, student protests, floods and stories from the heart of India, NDTV has been on the ground - capturing not just what happened, but why it matters.
12-Member Team Surveys Upper Assam Flood Losses, Plans Targeted Relief
A 12-member team of Maulanas from Bihar, Jharkhand and Odisha has arrived in Upper Assam to assess the needs of families affected by the devastating floods in Sivasagar, Jorhat and Charaideo districts
Karnataka, Bihar, Mizoram register wins in Jr Women''s National Hockey Championship
Karnataka, Bihar, and Mizoram secured victories in their respective matches. Karnataka defeated Uttarakhand by a commanding 6-1 margin in their game. Bihar also achieved a comprehensive 6-0 win against Goa in another contest. Mizoram earned a 2-0 victory over Kerala in their pool encounter. Other teams like Assam and Gujarat also registered wins in their divisions.
One crore jobs by 2030 and reforms in exams are top priorities of Bihar govt., says Chief Minister
Amid students agitation in the country, CM Samrat Choudhary asserted in his first I-Day speech that to ensure the prompt redressal of their grievances, a Student Support Portal will be launched on August 17 to receive applications from across Bihar
Remembering Atal Bihari Vajpayee: A Legacy of Leadership and Humor
New Delhi, August 15: Atal Bihari Vajpayee was steadfast not just in name but also in actions and thoughts. He accepted differences in opinions while firmly rejecting any form of compromise on principles. His public life was exemplary and inspiring. Vajpayee approached every responsibility with dedication, integrity, and sensitivity. Despite his gentle heart, his decisions ... Read more Remembering Atal Bihari Vajpayee: A Legacy of Leadership and Humor
Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary emphasizes duty to realise development goals on 80th Independence Day
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'UPT20 League To Explore Varanasi, Gorakhpur As Future Venues': Chairman Sanjay Kapoor
UPT20 League Chairman Dr Sanjay: UPT20 League Chairman Dr Sanjay Kapoor has said the tournament could be hosted in Varanasi, Gorakhpur and other cities of Uttar Pradesh in the future, as the league looks to expand its reach and provide a bigger platform to emerging talent across the state. Speaking at the grand opening ceremony of the fourth season of the UPT20 League at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Kapoor highlighted Uttar Pradesh's vast cricketing potential and the success of the league's grassroots 'Speed Hunt' initiative. The ceremony was attended by the Chief Guest, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla, and thousands of spectators. Kapoor said the fourth season was a historic moment not only for cricket in the state but for its people, describing the tournament as a festival for Uttar Pradesh. The fourth season of the UPT20 League is a historic moment not only for the state's cricket but for every resident of Uttar Pradesh. It is not just a cricket tournament or league; it is a festival for the entire UP. Together, we will celebrate it and take the state's cricket and its talent to new heights in the coming times, Kapoor said. He also expressed his gratitude to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Rajeev Shukla for their support in helping the league grow. Kapoor placed particular emphasis on the 'Speed Hunt' campaign, a grassroots scouting programme aimed at identifying young cricketing talent from rural areas. This time, through the 'Speed Hunt' initiative, many talented children from rural areas who had limited resources got the opportunity to step forward. We conducted direct selections through this initiative with complete transparency and without charging a single rupee as a fee, he said. Kapoor revealed that players identified through the initiative are now part of all six teams competing in the fourth edition of the UPT20 League. He added that several of them attracted bids worth lakhs during the auction. Today, I am proud to share that players discovered through the Speed Hunt are part of all six teams in the fourth edition of the UPT20 League. These players attracted bids in lakhs during the auction, which proves that there is no shortage of talent in Uttar Pradesh. Providing the right platform to that talent is the biggest testament to our vision, he said. Kapoor revealed that players identified through the initiative are now part of all six teams competing in the fourth edition of the UPT20 League. He added that several of them attracted bids worth lakhs during the auction. Also Read: Live Cricket Score This time, the league is being organised across two major cricketing hubs: Lucknow and Kanpur, which is a fantastic experience for the fans. However, since there is no dearth of talent in Uttar Pradesh and nurturing that talent remains our top priority, you might see UPT20 League matches being hosted in Varanasi, Gorakhpur, and other cities in the near future, he said. Article Source: IANS
Devotees Celebrate Hariyali Teej at Banke Bihari Temple in Mathura
Mathura, August 15: Thousands of devotees flocked to the Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan to celebrate Hariyali Teej. The deity was adorned in green attire and swung on a golden and silver swing, creating a festive atmosphere. One devotee shared insights about the temple, stating, Today, on the occasion of Hariyali Teej, Thakur Ji is ... Read more Devotees Celebrate Hariyali Teej at Banke Bihari Temple in Mathura
Bihar witnesses decline in number of major criminal cases of murder, dacoity, riots
Murder cases fell by 10.1%, dacoity by 31.32% & riots by 18.97%. More than 50,000 appointments made into police force in the past one and half years.
Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary targets 10 million poor for ration card inclusion
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Bihar STET 2026 Registration Opens: Key Details and Eligibility Criteria
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is set to open online registrations for the Bihar STET 2026 on August 17. This exam is crucial for aspiring teachers at secondary and higher secondary levels in Bihar. Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria based on the paper they wish to take. The application process will be entirely online, with a deadline of August 31. The exam will consist of two papers, each carrying 150 marks, and will be conducted in a computer-based format. Additionally, candidates should be aware of the age limits and application fees. For detailed steps on how to apply, read the full article.
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary Hoists National Flag at Gandhi Maidan for the First Time
Patna, August 15: Bihar celebrated its 80th Independence Day with a vibrant atmosphere of patriotism and enthusiasm on Saturday. Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary hoisted the national flag at the historic Gandhi Maidan during the main state ceremony. This marked his first Independence Day celebration as Chief Minister at this venue. Following the flag hoisting, he ... Read more Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary Hoists National Flag at Gandhi Maidan for the First Time
4 Die After Inhaling Toxic Gas Inside Well In Bihar
At least 4 people were died after inhaling toxic gas while repairing a motor inside a well at Garh Karmauni village in Bihar's Gaya ji.
Parents praise arrangements as NIT Srinagar UG admissions continue
Srinagar, Aug 14: For many parents, accompanying their children to the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar for undergraduate admissions was an occasion marked by pride, anticipation and a sense of achievement, as their wards embarked on a new phase of academic life. On the second day of undergraduate admissions at the Institute on Friday, parents accompanying students seeking admission to various programmes appreciated the arrangements, describing the process as orderly, efficient and convenient. For families who had travelled from different parts of the country, the admission day also brought relief after months of preparation and uncertainty. Parents said clear guidance from staff and the availability of essential services on campus helped them complete the formalities without much difficulty. Rajesh Kumar, a parent from Punjab, said seeing his son secure admission to NIT Srinagar was a proud moment for the family. We had been waiting for this day for a long time. There was naturally some nervousness when we arrived, but the way the staff guided us made everything much easier. From document verification to the final formalities, everyone was very cooperative, he said. Ram Prasad Meena, a parent from Rajasthan whose son secured admission to Mechanical Engineering, said the arrangements had made the transition easier for both students and families. For us, this is a very important moment. Our son is beginning a new chapter of his life, and as parents we wanted everything to go smoothly. The staff guided us properly, while having different facilities available at one place made the process much easier, he said. Shradda Kumari from Patna, Bihar, whose ward was admitted to the Institute, said her family was impressed by the way the rush of students and parents was managed. We were expecting a long and tiring process, but things moved smoothly. The staff was patient and cooperative. It was reassuring to see that the Institute had made arrangements to assist parents at every stage, she said. Shradda said parents often carry concerns when their children leave home for higher education, adding that the arrangements at the campus helped ease some of those apprehensions. As parents, we always worry when our children take such a big step. Seeing the arrangements here and the way officials are helping students gives us confidence, she said. She added that the atmosphere on campus was encouraging, with students appearing excited about beginning their journey at one of the countrys premier technical institutions. Dean Academic Affairs, Prof. B.A. Mir, said the admission process was progressing smoothly, with teams working continuously to facilitate students and their parents. Today, we have completed the admission process for around 80 candidates, taking the overall number of admissions to 169 so far. The response has been encouraging, and our teams are working to ensure that every student and parent gets proper assistance throughout the process, Prof. Mir said. He said the Institute had streamlined the admission procedure by bringing different facilities and services together at the campus, allowing students to complete their formalities in a coordinated manner. Our teams are working tirelessly from 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM to ensure a hassle-free experience for students and parents. We have tried to make the process as convenient as possible, with the required facilities available under one roof, he said. Senior officials are monitoring the arrangements and speaking with students, parents, and staff to ensure coordination across teams during the ongoing admission process.
The World Carries India Within It
On 15 August 2026, India will raise its flag for the eightieth time. Seventy-nine years since the British left. Seventy-nine years since freedom arrived carrying both a promise and a question: What would we do with it? Every Independence Day, we remember the struggle, the marches, the prisons, the salt, the sacrifice, the long and wounded birth of a nation. But perhaps Independence Day is also a time to remember another inheritance, the ideas, inventions, practices and traditions that India has sent out into the world. Not as a boast, not as a claim staked on history, but as a quiet reckoning with the ways in which knowledge travels, leaving one civilization, entering another, and finally becoming so ordinary that nobody remembers where it began. One of Indias most influential contributions came from mathematics. Its story was not the work of one mathematician alone. In the fifth century, Aryabhata developed a place-value system that depended on the idea of an empty position, creating what we might call a silent zero. Although he did not use a separate written symbol for zero, his system required a placeholder to distinguish numerical values according to their position. More than a century later, Brahmagupta gave that silence a mathematical identity. In the seventh century, he described zero, or Shunya, as a number in its own right and established rules for calculating with it. Together with the decimal and place-value systems, their work transformed calculation and gave the world a numerical language in which stars could be measured, economies could be built and machines could think. The mobile phone in your hand, the satellite circling above you and the spreadsheet waiting for its next figure all carry, somewhere inside their intricate machinery, the inheritance of that ancient Indian insight. But Indias mathematical imagination did not end with zero. Indian scholars made significant advances in algebra, geometry, astronomy, trigonometry and the calculation of pi. Aryabhata wrote about the rotation of the Earth and developed methods for calculating astronomical positions. The Sulba Sutras contained early geometrical knowledge, while later mathematicians such as Bhaskara II explored ideas that anticipated aspects of algebra and calculus. These achievements remind us that mathematics is not merely a collection of formulas. It is a way of asking the universe to reveal its pattern. Chess travelled in a different way. It began, historians broadly believe, in the form of Chaturanga, a game of war and strategy played in India during the Gupta period. Its pieces represented the forces of an army: infantry, cavalry, elephants and chariots. Over centuries, the game moved through Persia and the Arab world before reaching Europe, changing shape as it travelled. Today, a chessboard can be found in a schoolroom in Srinagar, a caf in Paris, a park in Moscow or a championship hall in Chennai. Indias gift was not only the game. It was the idea that conflict could be studied, contained and transformed into thought. Indias contributions to language were equally profound. Paninis Ashtadhyayi, composed more than two thousand years ago, presented Sanskrit grammar through an extraordinarily precise system of rules. Its structure has drawn the attention of modern linguists and computer scientists because of its formal, almost algorithmic quality. It showed that language could be observed not only as poetry and expression, but also as a system with patterns, structures and transformations. In India, language was not simply a tool for communication. It was a universe to be examined. The countrys reputation as a centre of learning is older than its modern universities. Takshashila and Nalanda were places where students and scholars gathered from different regions to study medicine, astronomy, philosophy, grammar and logic. Nalanda, in present-day Bihar, drew scholars from China and Central Asia. It belonged to an age when knowledge did not always arrive divided into departments, syllabi and examination halls. It moved more freely, like water finding its level. Indias medical traditions also travelled through time and across borders. Ayurveda developed a holistic approach to health, placing attention on diet, herbs, daily routines and the relationship between body and mind. The Charaka Samhita explored internal medicine, while the surgical writings attributed to Sushruta described procedures and instruments that reveal the sophistication of early Indian surgery. These traditions have immense historical significance. Their modern use, however, must be approached responsibly. Ancient systems may inform contemporary wellness, but they cannot replace evidence-based clinical care. India also made remarkable advances in metallurgy. The Iron Pillar of Delhi, known for its resistance to corrosion, remains a striking example of ancient Indian metalworking. Indian wootz steel, produced through a sophisticated crucible process, became renowned for its quality and influenced the development of famous Damascus blades. Behind these achievements lay an understanding of heat, carbon, minerals and materials that was practical, experimental and highly refined. Few Indian traditions have travelled as visibly as yoga. Once practised by relatively small circles of seekers, yoga now appears in schools, studios, hospitals, gyms and living rooms across the world. It has been stretched, commercialised, branded and sometimes separated from its philosophical roots. Yet beneath the mats, the postures and the breath-counting remains an old proposition: that the body is not merely a machine carrying the mind, but a doorway into it. The United Nations recognised 21 June as the International Day of Yoga in 2014, and UNESCO placed yoga on its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2016. Long before institutions gave it official recognition, people had already discovered what the practice could offer: a pause in a world that profits from permanent motion. Indias philosophical gifts have travelled even further. Buddhism carried ideas of compassion, mindfulness and freedom from suffering across Asia and eventually into the wider world. Jainism placed non-violence and respect for all living beings at the centre of spiritual life. Sikhism brought together equality, courage, devotion and service. And then there was ahimsa, non-violence, not as weakness and not as surrender, but as a force capable of unsettling an empire. Mahatma Gandhi transformed it into a method of mass resistance. Martin Luther King Jr. studied and adapted its principles during the American civil rights movement. Others, in different countries and different struggles, found in it a way to confront power without becoming its mirror. Indias gifts have not travelled only through books and laboratories. They have travelled in song, spice, fabric, rhythm and story. Indian cotton and textiles were traded across the ancient world. Hindustani and Carnatic music carry centuries of listening. Bharatanatyam and Kathak turn the body into language. Indian food crosses borders in tiffin boxes, restaurants, kitchens and family recipes altered by migration. Indian cinema, made in many languages and many emotional registers, has created its own geography of longing. Its songs travel farther than its plots. Its faces become familiar in places where the languages are not. The world may not understand every word, but it recognises the gesture: the mother waiting, the lover returning, the family breaking and remaking itself. These are not small things. A culture survives not only in monuments, but in what people hum while washing dishes, in what they cook when they are homesick and in the stories they tell their children before sleep. Modern India has continued to send its ideas outward. The Indian Space Research Organisation has shown that ambitious scientific work need not always be accompanied by extravagant spending. The Mars Orbiter Mission, launched in 2013, entered Mars orbit on 24 September 2014 on its first attempt. ISRO describes it as Indias first interplanetary mission and notes that its success demonstrated the countrys ability to carry out a complex mission in a cost-effective manner. But science is not a miracle performed by a nation. It is the result of people: scientists, technicians, teachers, programmers, machinists, students and workers whose names rarely appear in celebration speeches. The same is true of the Universal Serial Bus, now so familiar that its name has almost disappeared into everyday language. Indian-American computer architect Ajay V. Bhatt led the team at Intel that developed the technology. The device that connects our phones, cameras, hard drives and laptops is another reminder that innovation often arrives quietly, then becomes indispensable. Indias scientific contribution also includes the work of Jagadish Chandra Bose in radio and plant science, the development of fibre-optic communication by Narinder Singh Kapany and the achievements of Indian doctors, engineers, researchers and entrepreneurs working across the world. The story of Indias gifts is therefore not a straight line from an ancient past to a glorious present. It is a river with many streams. Some flow from Sanskrit texts and temple schools. Some come from laboratories, universities and space centres. Some emerge from workshops, kitchens, farms, weaving communities and ordinary homes. There is a danger, however, in making a catalogue of Indias achievements. A country can become so enchanted by its ancient glory that it forgets the living people standing in its shadow. What does it mean to praise Nalanda while schools crumble? To celebrate Ayurveda while public hospitals struggle? To speak of the wisdom of non-violence while hatred is made profitable? To celebrate the sophistication of Indian mathematics while children are denied the education needed to understand it? To claim the generosity of Indian civilization while dissenters are silenced, minorities are frightened and the poor are asked to be grateful for survival? The question is not whether India has given the world great things. It has. The more difficult question is whether India is still willing to give the world what its oldest traditions demanded of it: curiosity without arrogance, knowledge without ownership, strength without cruelty, faith without hatred and progress without the destruction of the vulnerable. Zero teaches us that absence can contain possibility. Astronomy teaches us to look beyond the limits of the earth. Chess teaches us that every move alters the board. Yoga teaches us to breathe before we act. Language teaches us that every word carries a history. Metallurgy teaches us that patient knowledge can outlast its makers. Music teaches us that memory can be carried in sound. Ahimsa teaches us that power need not resemble violence. Perhaps these are not merely Indias gifts to the world. Perhaps they are instructions sent back to India from its own past. So, when the flag rises on 15 August, let it not be only a symbol of what India once overcame, or a banner beneath which we recite what India once achieved. Let it be a question moving through the country, from the ramparts of the Red Fort in Delhi to the paddy fields of Punjab, the apple orchards of Kashmir and the fishing villages of Kerala; from the farmers who read the sky, to the weavers who preserve memory in thread, to the students building robots in Atal Tinkering Labs, to the scientists sending Indias imagination beyond the earth: What will we do with what we have inherited? Because a nation is not made great by the treasures it locks inside its history. It is made great by what it protects in the present, by what it imagines for the future, and by whether, after giving the world zero, India can still find a way to make sure that no one, no child, no community, no language and no memory is treated as if they count for nothing. (The author is a columnist)
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to Visit Bihar on August 16-17
New Delhi, August 15: Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar will embark on a two-day visit to Bihar on August 16 and 17, accompanied by a high-level delegation from the Election Commission of India. The delegation includes Senior Deputy Election Commissioner Manish Garg, Director General (Media) Ashish Goyal, Director General (IT) Dr. Seema Khanna, and other ... Read more Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to Visit Bihar on August 16-17
Tiwari was killed in an alleged police encounter on June 17, 2026, at Bilauti village in Bhojpur district of Bihar
Samrat criticises Rahul over remarks on PM
Bihars heritage, cuisine showcased in Azerbaijan
Ward member shot dead while mediating land row
RPCAU workshop charts plan to strengthen export value chain for Makhana
HC asks officials not to harass raiyati land holders
PK attacks govt over drug abuse, law and order
CEC Gyanesh to launch Electoral Literacy Club 2.0 from Patna
PMC OKs 4 proposals; leasehold properties in 6 areas may go freehold
One detained after firing near IGIMS
Pappu Yadav Supports Jitan Ram Manjhis Call for Review of Bihars Liquor Ban
Patna, August 14: The debate over Bihars liquor ban policy has reignited, with leaders from various parties demanding a review of the law in place. This controversy escalated following a recent survey suggesting a reconsideration or repeal of the ban. Jitan Ram Manjhi, the patron of the Hindustani Awam Morcha and a government ally, has ... Read more Pappu Yadav Supports Jitan Ram Manjhis Call for Review of Bihars Liquor Ban
Bihar Chief Minister honours Partition victims on Partition Horrors Remembrance Day
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Bihars DGP Issues Warning Against SIM Card Misuse Amid Rising Cybercrime
Patna, August 14: Bihars Director General of Police (DGP) Vinay Kumar has taken a firm stance against the escalating threat of cybercrime in the state. He warned that strict action will be taken against individuals acquiring more SIM cards than permitted using a single identification document. Kumar also stated that legal action will be initiated ... Read more Bihars DGP Issues Warning Against SIM Card Misuse Amid Rising Cybercrime
Job aspirants to stage indefinite protest from Aug 18
Tejashwi questions Rs22k cr nuclear pact with new firm
City yet to honour freedom revolutionary Batukeshwar
Prashant Kishor Criticizes Bihar Government, Predicts Continued Crime and Migration
Patna, August 14: Following his victory in the Bankipur assembly by-election, Prashant Kishor has intensified his criticism of the Bihar government and Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary. In a recent press conference, Kishor reiterated his stance on the states leadership, asserting that as long as it remains under individuals with criminal tendencies, the governments character will ... Read more Prashant Kishor Criticizes Bihar Government, Predicts Continued Crime and Migration
18 Bihar cops chosen for police medals, three get top honours
Five arrested after Buxar kidnapped youth rescued
Samrat calls on Nitish, holds 30-minute meeting
Tejashwi Yadav Questions Bihar Governments Investment Claims
Patna, August 14: Tejashwi Yadav, the leader of the opposition in Bihar, has launched a sharp attack on the state government regarding its claims of proposed industrial investments. In response to the recent announcement of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth approximately 51,600 crores signed between the industry department and various industrial groups, Yadav questioned why ... Read more Tejashwi Yadav Questions Bihar Governments Investment Claims
Bihar CM demands Rahul Gandhi apologise for remarks on PM Modi
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4 Die Of Asphyxiation After Inhaling Toxic Gas Inside Well In Gaya, Bihar
The incident occurred at Garh Karmauni village in Dobhi police station area of the district.
Madhav Kaushik Appointed Captain Of Noida Kings For UP T20 League 2026
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari: Noida Kings have appointed experienced Uttar Pradesh batter Madhav Kaushik as their captain for the fourth edition of the UP T20 League, as the franchise looks to mount a strong challenge for the title in the upcoming season. Madhav, who joined Noida Kings from the 2024 Meerut Mavericks, brings with him considerable experience in the UP T20 League as well as Uttar Pradeshs domestic cricket structure. His appointment also gives the Kings a leader who has already handled captaincy responsibilities in the competition, having led Meerut Mavericks to the title in 2024 and also to the finals in the 2025 edition. Madhav has been one of the consistent performers since the UP T20 League's inaugural season in 2023. In the first two editions, he accumulated 716 runs, scoring 350 runs in 2023 and improving that tally to 366 runs in 2024. His 2024 campaign saw him finish among the leading run-scorers in the tournament, with 366 runs in 12 matches at an average of 61 and a strike rate of 146.99, including three half-centuries. In the 2025 season, Madhav scored 286 runs in 13 matches at an average of 31.78 and a strike rate of 139.51, with one half-century. His highest score was an explosive 95 off just 31 balls, an innings that included 10 fours and seven sixes and came at a strike rate of 306.45. Across the first three editions of the competition, Kaushik has therefore amassed 1,002 runs, making him one of the league's most experienced and productive batters. Beyond the T20 format, Madhav has established himself as a dependable top-order batter for Uttar Pradesh in first-class cricket. He has played 28 first-class matches, scoring 1,441 runs in 41 innings at an average of 37.92, with four centuries and five fifties. His highest first-class score is 185 not out against Nagaland in the 2025-26 season. In the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy season, he scored 351 runs in eight innings at an average of 50.14, including his career-best 185, ending the season as the top run-getter for Uttar Pradesh. Beyond the T20 format, Madhav has established himself as a dependable top-order batter for Uttar Pradesh in first-class cricket. He has played 28 first-class matches, scoring 1,441 runs in 41 innings at an average of 37.92, with four centuries and five fifties. His highest first-class score is 185 not out against Nagaland in the 2025-26 season. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The fourth edition of the UP T20 League will begin on August 14, 2026, with the tournament scheduled to run until September 6. The season will feature 34 matches over 24 days, with matches being played at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow and Green Park Stadium in Kanpur. Six teams will compete for the title, with Noida Kings aiming to improve on their previous campaigns. Article Source: IANS
CM leads Tiranga Yatra in Munger, many participate
Bharats mother seeks arrest of all 11 accused, deputy CM promises action
4 die after inhaling toxic gas while repairing motor inside well in Bihar
Four die of asphyxiation after inhaling toxic gas inside well in Bihars Gaya Ji
Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary expressed grief over the incident and directed officials concerned to provide ex gratia of 4 lakh each to the kin of the deceased
BPSC Exam Calendar 2026 - Prelims, Mains
BPSC Exam Calendar 2026 is out on the official website bpsc.bihar.gov.in. Check the complete tentative schedule for 70th, 71st and 72nd CCE, TRE-4 teacher recruitment, Assistant Engineer, Special Teacher, District Statistical Officer and other exams, along with vacancy numbers, prelims, mains, interview and result dates, plus the direct PDF download link.
Bihar Sponge Iron standalone net profit rises 16.98% in the June 2026 quarter
Reported sales nil
Company that signed 22,500 crore MoU with Bihar govt. has only 11 lakh capital, says Tejashwi
Tejashwi Yadav says the firm does not even have the capital to build four walls of a house; he also seeks progress report on MoUs signed in previous years
Indian Embassy Celebrates Bihar Day in Azerbaijan, Showcasing Culture and Cuisine
Baku, August 14: The Indian Embassy in Azerbaijan hosted a vibrant celebration of Bihar Day on Thursday. The event highlighted Bihars rich cultural heritage, lively traditions, tourism potential, handicrafts, and traditional cuisine. Attendees included diplomats from various countries and international organizations, prominent figures from government and various organizations, representatives from the business community, media personnel, ... Read more Indian Embassy Celebrates Bihar Day in Azerbaijan, Showcasing Culture and Cuisine
Bihar chief minister proposes World Trade Centre in Patna
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Bharats mother seeks death penalty for guilty
Prashant Kishor says Bihari has become a slur
In an exclusive interview with TOI, Prashant Kishor said the word Bihari has increasingly become a slur, particularly for migrants from the state. He attributed the stigma to Bihar's poverty and lack of opportunities, and called for voters to prioritise education, jobs and good governance over caste and party loyalty.
4 die after inhaling suspected poisonous gas in Gaya well
Bihar CM Samrat Chaudhary meets Nitish Kumar, briefs him on development works
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary on Friday met former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and reports suggested that the meeting between the two leaders lasted for about half an hour. JDU Working President Sanjay Jha was also present during the meeting. CM Samrat Chaudhary shared photos of his meeting with Nitish Kumar on his X account, stating that he had a courtesy meeting with the former Chief Minister of Bihar, Nitish Kumar.
Quiet 19-Month Police Hunt For Bidar ATM Robbers That Ended In Bihar
The suspects had fled to Bihar, nearly 1,500 km away, leaving the Bidar police to work in another State, among unfamiliar surroundings and without the local network they had at home
Tejashwi Yadav doing part-time politics in Bihar: JD(U) leader Sanjay Jha
JD(U) leader Sanjay Jha criticised Tejashwi Yadav's proposed march. Jha stated Yadav engages in part-time politics in Bihar. Yadav announced RJD's march to Lok Bhavan over a police incident. Action was taken against the policeman involved in the protest. Jha suggested Yadav address student protests in Ranchi instead.
200 people attack cops with stones, free arrested criminal in Bihar
people attack cops with stones free arrested criminal in Bihar
Dubai Student Builds Science Lab In Bihar, Benefits 2,232 Rural Students
Amay Ahuja, a Year 10 student, launches Bright Minds Laboratories in Samastipur to promote practical science education
Bihar STET 2026 Notification: Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (Advt No. P.R. 183/2026)
The Bihar Vidyalaya Pariksha Samiti (BSEB) has released the notification for the Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET), 2026, for Paper-I (Secondary level) and Paper-II (Higher Secondary level). Online applications can be submitted at stetregistration.cbrt.co.in from 17 August 2026 (afternoon) to 31 August 2026.
Tejashwi Yadavs March to Raj Bhavan Criticized by NDA Leaders as Political Stunt
Patna, August 14: Tejashwi Yadav, the leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and opposition leader in the Bihar Assembly, plans to march to the Raj Bhavan on August 19. This march is a response to the recent incident involving students being targeted with an AK-47. Following this announcement, leaders from the National Democratic Alliance ... Read more Tejashwi Yadavs March to Raj Bhavan Criticized by NDA Leaders as Political Stunt
Bihar Kushal Yuva scheme extended till 2031: Check benefits, eligibility and key details
Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary flags off Tiranga rally, honours Dr BR Ambedkar
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BJP Leaders Brother Shot in Bihars Saran District
Patna, August 14: In a shocking incident in Saran district, Bihar, unidentified assailants on motorcycles shot Bajrang Prasad Soni, the younger brother of BJP leader Jitendra Kumar Soni, on Thursday evening. The shooting occurred in Rasulpur village, within the Amanour police station area, shortly before the attackers fled the scene. Bajrang Prasad Soni has been ... Read more BJP Leaders Brother Shot in Bihars Saran District
Viral 2024 video helps scientists identify new underground fish in Bihar
A short video posted on social media in 2024 helped scientists identify Gangaichthys indonepalicus, a tiny, colourless earthworm eel found beneath the Indo-Gangetic Plain in Bihar
Weather alert: Heavy rain warning in 15 states including Delhi-UP-Bihar, know weather updates
The Meteorological Department has issued an alert of heavy rain, thunderstorm and strong winds in many states for August 14, 2026. There is a possibility of stormy rain in about 15 states including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar. Weather alert: The Meteorological Department has issued an alert of heavy rain, thunderstorm and strong winds in many [] The post Weather alert: Heavy rain warning in 15 states including Delhi-UP-Bihar, know weather updates first appeared on informalnewz .
Justice Beyond Compensation: Prashant Kishors Call for Accountability in Bihar
Patna, August 14: Prashant Kishor, the architect of Jan Suraj and newly elected MLA from Bankipur, is actively engaging with his constituents following his recent victory in the by-elections. As part of the Aabhar Bankipur initiative, he has been visiting various areas, listening to the concerns of the people. During a media interaction, Kishor raised ... Read more Justice Beyond Compensation: Prashant Kishors Call for Accountability in Bihar
Patna, August 14: Following the Bihar governments decision to provide financial assistance and a government job to a family member of Bharat Bhushan Tiwari, Prashant Kishor, leader of the Jan Suraj Party and MLA, stated that while this move is a positive step, it does not deliver complete justice. Kishor argued that true justice requires ... Read more Prashant Kishor Criticizes Bihar Government, Announces Education and Employment Initiatives in Bankipur
Bihar to provide financial assistance, job to Bharat Bhushan Tiwaris family
Candidates of STET Can Apply for TRE-4, Admit Card Issued Only After Passing
Patna, August 14: A significant update for candidates preparing for teacher recruitment in Bihar has emerged. Those participating in the Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2026 will also be eligible to apply for the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) Teacher Recruitment Exam TRE-4. However, passing the STET 2026 is mandatory to qualify for the TRE-4 exam. ... Read more Candidates of STET Can Apply for TRE-4, Admit Card Issued Only After Passing
Bihar Government Distributes Appointment Letters to Over 2,000 Successful Candidates
Patna, August 14: A significant ceremony took place at the Bapu Sabhagar in Bihars capital, Patna, where the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) distributed appointment letters to successful candidates of the combined competitive examination. Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary presented appointment letters to 2,027 candidates, including positions such as SDM, DSP, CO, and various other departmental ... Read more Bihar Government Distributes Appointment Letters to Over 2,000 Successful Candidates
Bihar Police Raids Massage Centers, Arrests 13 in Muzaffarpur
Patna, August 14: A special police team in Muzaffarpur conducted simultaneous raids in the Kazi Mohammadpur and Nagar police station areas. This operation was initiated following reports of alleged illegal activities disguised as massage centers and beauty parlors. During the raid, authorities arrested 12 women and one man. All detainees are currently being interrogated as ... Read more Bihar Police Raids Massage Centers, Arrests 13 in Muzaffarpur
Vision 2030 aims for 50,200 MT fish production annually: Samrat
Untampered meter does not amount to power theft: HC
Two more suspects in Lucknow fake call-centre scam identified; fled to Bihar and Bengal
NEET solver racket: EOU arrests two MBBS students
Students raise education, jobs concerns at youth parliament
Kidnapped Munger toddler sold for Rs 3 lakh, rescued in 4 hours; 7 held
Body of 60-year-old man found in Buxar
Excise department auctions 13 seized vehicles in Bhagalpur
Samrat hands appointment letters to 2,027 BPSC recruits
Junior Womens Hockey Nationals: Andhra Pradesh, Puducherry, and Karnataka Secure Wins on Day Two
Pune, August 13: The second day of the 16th Hockey India Junior Womens National Championship 2026 saw victories for Puducherry, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka, while matches involving Uttarakhand and Bihar ended in a draw. The competition in Divisions B and C was intense, with three matches decided by walkovers. In a Pool B match of ... Read more Junior Womens Hockey Nationals: Andhra Pradesh, Puducherry, and Karnataka Secure Wins on Day Two
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Voter list entry cannot prove valid Hindu marriage: HC
Bihar CM announces job, compensation for Bharat Tiwari's family after interim probe
Bihar CM announces job compensation for Bharat Tiwaris family after interim probe
